Shielding reproductive organs in abdominal X rays urged
Washington UPI reports the Food and Drug Administration urged shielding of human reproductive organs during abdominal X rays. The agency said doctors and technicians rarely offer this, and it will publish voluntary guidelines to promote protection.
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Shielding urged for medical radiation exposure
Guidelines for the medical field recommend routine gonad shielding to protect against potential genetic changes from long term radiation. FDA Commissioner Alexander Schmidt calls shielding an easy precaution to reduce risk.
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Fluorocarbon Debate Delays Spray Ban Action
NASA chief urges waiting for more data on fluorocarbons before banning spray can gases that may erode the ozone layer. Sen. Packwood pushes for precaution and a 18 month ban, while Fletcher and Stever caution data are insufficient. Long Beach burglary noted.
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